Quantitative Operations Analyst: Forecasting & Optimization

Bank of America; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a quantitative professional to develop and implement models for volume forecasting, capacity planning, workforce scheduling, scenario analysis, and operational performance reporting. This role applies advanced analytical methods to real-world business challenges and translates findings into practical, data-driven recommendations.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in industrial engineering, operations research, or a related STEM field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and VBA.
• Experience querying databases using SQL.
• Experience developing and implementing discrete‑event simulation and optimization models.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot to accelerate model development and formulate heuristics.
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply quantitative methods to business problems.
• Ability to work effectively through ambiguity, complexity, and change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains models for the line of business, including volume forecasts, capacity plans, and vendor models
• Drives horizontal consistency in model development and usage across peer groups
• Conducts routine model production and performance presentations with executive leadership
• Ensures adherence to Model Risk Management (MRM) requirements
• Supports ongoing model monitoring to improve forecasting performance and efficiency

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Intelligence

Data Modeling

Data Visualization

Data and Trend Analysis

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Data Management

Data Mining

Presentation Skills

Consulting

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Technical Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in industrial engineering, operations research, or a related STEM field

Tools

Arena

Gurobi

Python

SAS

SQL

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Bank of America in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a quantitative professional to develop and implement models for volume forecasting, capacity planning, workforce scheduling, scenario analysis, and operational performance reporting. This role applies advanced analytical methods to real-world business challenges and translates findings into practical, data-driven recommendations.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to senior leadership.